Why few people traveled or explote before 1400?

Answer 1

Before 1400, travel and exploration were limited due to several factors, including the lack of advanced navigation technologies, such as compasses and accurate maps, which made long-distance sea travel perilous. Additionally, political instability, economic constraints, and the prevalence of disease often discouraged exploration. Furthermore, many societies were primarily agrarian, focusing on local resources and trade, which reduced the incentive for long-distance exploration. Cultural beliefs and a general fear of the unknown also played significant roles in limiting travel.